Bay Area/ San Francisco/ Real Estate & Development
Published on July 15, 2019
Renting in Berkeley: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?2700 Sacramento St. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Berkeley are hovering around $2,395. But how does the low-end pricing on a Berkeley rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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2555 Virginia St.

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Listed at $1,495/month, this studio apartment, located at 2555 Virginia St., is 25.1 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Berkeley, which is currently estimated at around $1,995/month.

Building amenities include assigned parking and on-site laundry. The residence also includes hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. Cats and dogs are not allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is fairly bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2700 Sacramento St.

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Here's a studio apartment at 2700 Sacramento St., which, at 425 square feet, is going for $1,695/month.

Outdoor space is listed as a building amenity. You can also expect granite countertops, a renovated kitchen and a dishwasher in the furnished unit. Animals are not permitted.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is friendly for those on foot, is great for biking and has good transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

2450 Milvia St.

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Then there's this studio at 2450 Milvia St. in Downtown Berkeley, listed at $1,695/month.

Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The building features on-site laundry, outdoor space and garage parking. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is extremely walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

2021 Channing Way

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This studio apartment, situated at 2021 Channing Way in Downtown Berkeley, is listed for $1,750/month for its 200 square feet.

Animals are not permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is easy to get around on a bicycle and has excellent transit.

(See the listing here.)


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